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Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK on Friday took a dig at the BJP, saying there was no reason to be “worried” over the use of paper ballots in local body polls. “This is Karnataka government’s decision – why is the BJP worried? The government has the authority to conduct local body elections; it is provided for in the law.” He further said: “Even during their tenure, the same law existed. The law says elections can be held either by ballot paper or EVMs. Our government has decided to use ballot papers for the local body elections.” On why the state…

England all-rounder Moeen Ali etched his name into the record books, but not for the reason he would have hoped. Playing for Guyana Amazon Warriors in Game 21 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025, Moeen was dismissed for a duck, marking the 31st duck of his T20 career. With that, he went past the tally of Chris Gayle (30 ducks), who previously held the record for most ducks in men’s T20 cricket. A Forgettable Moment in a Storied Career Moeen, known for his explosive batting and handy off-spin, has had a decorated T20 career across leagues like the IPL,…

Looking to deal the Opposition a major blow in the run-up to the Bihar Assembly elections, the Nitish Kumar government has taken a leaf out of the playbook that has served the BJP and the NDA well in other states: announce a string of schemes for women, a decisive demographic that is believed to have had a major impact in elections in states such as Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.Hoping to keep his bastion intact, Kumar hit the ground running almost three months ago. On June 24, the Cabinet approved raising monthly pensions for the elderly, widows, and those with disabilities…

A murder case involving an organised crime syndicate and Byrathi Basavaraj, a legislator of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has been posted for hearing before a specially designated MLA/MPs sessions court meant for the trial of elected representatives, in the first such instance.Such cases are normally heard from the pre-trial to the trial stage by a specially designated Karnataka Control of Organised Crime (KCOCA) Act sessions court. Since the clarification from the Registry of the Karnataka High Court on September 1, the matter has been taken up by the designated special sessions court for MP/MLA cases in Bengaluru. Story continues…

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that any foreign troops deployed to Ukraine, particularly while its invasion was still ongoing, would be considered “legitimate targets” by Moscow’s forces.Putin’s comments came hours after European leaders repledged their commitment to a potential peacekeeping force, a prospect that Moscow has repeatedly described as “unacceptable.”“If any troops appear there, especially now while fighting is ongoing, we assume that they will be legitimate targets,” he said during a panel at the Eastern Economic Forum in the far eastern Russian city of Vladivostok.Putin also dismissed the idea of peacekeeping forces in Ukraine after a final peace…

Massive infrastructure push with news sewage treatment plants across Bengaluru and a Rs 2,930 crore high-tech township near Yelahanka.In a major infrastructure boost, the Karnataka state cabinet has cleared projects worth over Rs 4660 crore. These include the construction of multiple sewage treatment plants across Bengaluru and the approval of a high-tech township near Yelahanka.Also Read:Karnataka cabinet approves high-tech township near YelahankaThe government has sanctioned Rs 956.67 crore for six sewage treatment plants across Madiwala, Kadubeesanahalli, Kadugodi, Koramangala, Basavapura, and Bellandur Amani Khane. Additionally, an RCC tank worth Rs 21.65 crore will replace the demolished stone reservoir at the Water…

The Karnataka High Court has set aside the suspension of an official of the Legislative Council who had allegedly failed to place the portrait of Dr B R Ambedkar on the occasion of Constitution Day last year. The bench of Justice H T Narendra Prasad passed the order, which was recently made public, on August 19. The court observed, “….considering that the suspension order was issued after a lapse of seven months from the date of the incident, coupled with the fact that a departmental inquiry has already been initiated against the petitioner, continued suspension of the petitioner would serve…

Developed plots to be shared 50:50 with landowners; project in partnership with private developers to generate Rs 4,182 crore revenue.Bengaluru is set to witness a futuristic transformation as the Karnataka Cabinet approved the construction of an integrated high-tech township near Yelahanka. The project, spanning 95 acres 13 guntes in Chikkajala and Meenukunte villages, will be executed in partnership with private developers at an estimated cost of Rs 2,930 crore, including land costs.Also Read:Karnataka doubles property registration fee to 2%, total transaction cost now 7.6%Under the plan, developed plots will be allocated to landowners in a 50:50 ratio, ensuring equitable benefits…

Minister Kirti Vardhan addresses reception of 2nd India-Nordic Track 1.5 Dialogue in Iceland Reykjavik, Sep 5 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh addressed the reception of the 2nd India-Nordic Track 1.5 Dialogue alongside Iceland’s Foreign Minister Thorgerdur Katrin Gunnarsdottir in Reykjavik. During the event, the MoS also engaged with senior officials, scholars, and think tank representatives from Nordic countries. “Happy to be in Reykjavik for the 2nd India Nordic Track 1.5 Dialogue. Delivered remarks at the reception alongside Foreign Minister of Iceland, Thorgerdur Katrin Gunnarsdottir. Pleased to interact with senior officials, scholars, and think tank…

When Sri Lanka last featured in a T20 Asia Cup in the UAE in 2022, they went all the way to lift the title. As another edition of the T20 Asia Cup begins from September 9, Sri Lanka promises to be a side that can make for a fascinating watch. Russel Arnold, the former Sri Lanka cricketer, spoke exclusively to IANS in a chat facilitated by Sony Sports Network, the official broadcasters of the 2025 Asia Cup, on the Charith Asalanka-led side’s chances in the competition, solving the number four batter slot, Wanindu Hasaranga’s availability to their Group B competitors,…